iPad’s value is limited for flight ops
Apple's iPad seems like almost the perfect cockpit companion for viewing everything from terminal procedure charts to the number for a local motel–in short
Apple's iPad seems like almost the perfect cockpit companion for viewing everything from terminal procedure charts to the number for a local motel–in short, allowing the crew to toss out just about anything that's printed on a sheet of paper. But a closer look at the iPad and its limitations reveals a few caveats that corporate flight departments will want to consider before taking the plunge.
The first question that must be answered, obviously, deals with what the FAA says about the iPad–specifically is it legal to use one in lieu of paper during all phases of flight, including approach and landing? The answer is yes. But as is the case with most straight "yes" answers from the FAA, there are several "buts" attached.
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